Another Plain Vest

I had one simple ambition when I began knitting- that one day I'd be able to make clothing and socks. I love cozy, woolen socks. While I have (yet) to cast on anything sock-wise, this is happily the second vest I've completed. My first sweater vest went to a newborn friend who looked quite dashing in it, if I do say so myself. This one turned out pretty well too!

I first contemplated a cardigan for Isia, but was afraid of it snagging on her beloved trees during her active days. So a vest it was, and it fits her well. This is "Another Plain Vest" from Pickles, size 5/6 pattern. Not only does it give her room to grow, it was free! I liked it well enough that I'll probably buy the pattern anyways. The only bumps I ran into- entirely my fault- was reading the pattern wrong for the length (ahem) and the neckline. I finished it too tightly and it was not fitting over anyone's little head. Rather than unravel the straps and redo it entirely, I just re-knit one strap to add buttons (similar to the first sweater vest). It worked, and doesn't slow this little adventurer down a bit!

I'd like to make one for this little man next, but I'm waiting awhile to see how large I should make it first. He's been growing quickly these days. I might just end up making a 5/6 size for him too!

Cassidy used to teach in the city, now she homeschools three active kids in the woods. She spends her days reading aloud, crafting, getting lost in nature, and refilling her teapot. Her best parenting advice: You should never give kids more water or glitter than you're willing to clean up! Read more about their learning adventures at Freshly Planted.com